Pan Fried Chicken Cutlets
Simple, quick, and delicious, these Pan Fried Chicken Cutlets are the perfect meal for any night of the week. With just a few basic ingredients and easy steps, you can have a mouth-watering dish ready in no time. The chicken is perfectly seasoned and cooked to a golden brown, ensuring every bite is tender and flavorful.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 197kcal
Equipment
- 1 Frying pan
- 1 Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken cutlets
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbso olive oil or vegetable oil, butter, or coconut oil
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Sprinkle salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika on both sides of the chicken cutlets. Rub the seasonings in to ensure they are evenly distributed.
- Heat the Oil: In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil over high heat.
- Cook the Chicken: Once the oil is hot, add the chicken cutlets to the pan. Reduce the heat to medium-high and cook for about 3 minutes on the first side.
- Flip the Chicken: Flip the chicken cutlets over and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach at least 165°F.
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the pan and place it on a plate. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- If your chicken cutlets are thicker, they may need to cook a little longer.
- You can use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the chicken is fully cooked.
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 714mg | Potassium: 438mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 283IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg